Reflection - June 2026
Reflections from the Rectory
I write this as I am busy packing for our family holiday to France. We are blessed that our three children, now in their 20’s, still want to come with us (nothing to do with the fact that it is all expenses paid!). Our family holidays have grown – they now include all three of their partners, my stepfather, my half-brother and his fiancée! So 11 of us are winging or driving down to Gers for a couple of sun kissed weeks. July and August will, no doubt, see a few of us jetting off to more reliable climates with family and friends for that much needed rest and reboot.
The importance of rest and connection is often overlooked in our restless and frenetic culture. Our world seems to demand so much of us and our time, we can sometimes feel like we are running downhill with our legs out of control and the only way to stop is to fall over! To stop is counter cultural. To do nothing can be perceived as lazy. It is not. It is necessary for the body and the soul. As Jesus said:
Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you'll recover your life. I'll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me - watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won't lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you'll learn to live freely and lightly.
So however you choose to rest this summer, I pray it will feed your body, mind, heart and soul.
With love,
Rev’d Kia 
